Have only heard that rehearsal version from late 82/early 83. The basic verse and chrorus are there but not many lyrics, cool version though, breezy. It sounds like the type of thing War on Drugs are aiming for right now imho

I've always been curious what a more Purple Rain-ed version of Raspberry Beret might have sounded like, ditto for the 83-84 versions of She's Always in My Hair.

Very, very similar to the released one. The basic tracks are there, the lead vocal sounds final,the released version seems to "just" have overdubs added, nothing more.But hardcore fans will have to confirm that.

The Colors R brighter, the Bond is much tighter
No Child's a failure
Until the Blue Sailboat sails him away from his dreams
Don't Ever Lose, Don't Ever Lose
Don't Ever Lose Your Dreams

I've always been curious what a more Purple Rain-ed version of Raspberry Beret might have sounded like, ditto for the 83-84 versions of She's Always in My Hair.

Very, very similar to the released one. The basic tracks are there, the lead vocal sounds final,the released version seems to "just" have overdubs added, nothing more.But hardcore fans will have to confirm that.

Ah, gotcha. It's probably one of the more Purple Rain oriented 1985 tracks.

Very, very similar to the released one. The basic tracks are there, the lead vocal sounds final,the released version seems to "just" have overdubs added, nothing more.But hardcore fans will have to confirm that.

Ah, gotcha. It's probably one of the more Purple Rain oriented 1985 tracks.

I'm still astounded by the fact "Venus de Milo" is dated 1982."Strange Relationship" as well. Songs just poured out of him.

The Colors R brighter, the Bond is much tighter
No Child's a failure
Until the Blue Sailboat sails him away from his dreams
Don't Ever Lose, Don't Ever Lose
Don't Ever Lose Your Dreams